Adieus

/əˈduːz/ noun

Definition

Plural of adieu; multiple farewells or goodbye wishes.

Etymology

From French 'adieu,' itself from Latin 'ad Deum' (to God). The plural 'adieus' follows English rules, though 'adieux' (French plural) is also used.

Kelly Says

We inherited a beautiful French word (which itself contains a prayer to God) but then awkwardly pluralized it with both English and French versions—language can't decide if it's being English or fancy.

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